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From: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children" <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Monday, January 13, 2003 1:06 PM
Subject: PUBYAC digest 980
PUBYAC Digest 980
Topics covered in this issue include:
1) winter crafts
by "Tara Mendez" <TaraM@mail2tara.com>
2) Re: Kids turned-off reading
by Jeffrey Fisher <fisherje@oplin.lib.oh.us>
3) homework help centers
by "j. frey" <janlists@hotmail.com>
4) Ideas needed for summer reading that would focus on 100 years
by "Lori Osmon" <loriosmon@hotmail.com>
5) Re: Paper Bags
by "Heather Grady" <hgrady@acpl.lib.in.us>
6) liking to read
by Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
7) Recommended Authors
by "Monica Anderson" <m.anderson@vlc.lib.mi.us>
8) Re: Kids turned-off reading
by Cassie Wilson <cwilson2@woh.rr.com>
9) Re: Paper Bags
by Pat Smith <pasmith315@yahoo.com>
10) cute idea for displaying board books?
by Caroline Carroll <ccarroll@jefferson.lib.co.us>
11) Re: wilderness survival program
by TEACHINGTALES@aol.com
12) "Imagination" Compilation
by Hegquist <dhegquis@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
13) Re: Paper Bags
by "RoseMary Honnold" <honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
14) Re: adult programming listserv
by "RoseMary Honnold" <honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
15) school summer reading lists
by Julie Ann Rines <jrines@ocln.org>
16) Juvenile Library Cards
by "Sally Warburton" <swarburton@pulaskicounty.org>
17) Fw: Cd listening posts
by Christine Dalgetty <dalgettyc@bpl.on.ca>
18) Mock Caldecott results
by "Steven Engelfried" <sengelfried@ci.beaverton.or.us>
19) Re: Paper Bags
by "Megan Vanderhart" <VanDerME@ri.lincon.org>
20) [Fwd: Paper Bags]
by "Grace Slaughter" <gslaughter@bham.lib.al.us>
21) Re: state crafts
by vida lashgari <vidalashgari@yahoo.com>
22) Mock Caldecott Recults - Brooklyn Public Library
by "Ackerman, Marilyn" <M.Ackerman@BrooklynPublicLibrary.org>
23) Re: pop-up greeting cards
by "Patricia Chaput" <pchaput@tpl.toronto.on.ca>
24) RE: Children as Storytellers--Booklist and suggestions
by Kate Hastings <kborchers@worthingtonlibraries.org>
25) Re: Kids turned-off reading
by OdonLibrarian@aol.com
26) Re: Kids turned-off reading
by "Bart Pisapia" <PisapiaB@mail.co.leon.fl.us>
27) small soldiers
by "jennifer friend" <jenfriend@hotmail.com>
28) Stumper--Book Title
by Jeanette Larson <larsonlibrary@yahoo.com>
29) Mock Caldecott results
by "Susan Dailey" <obldailey@wellscolibrary.org>
30) Stumper: Dirty dishes in a pick-up truck
by "Mary Voors" <Mvoors@acpl.lib.in.us>
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From: "Tara Mendez" <TaraM@mail2tara.com>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: winter crafts
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:45:39 CST
Help! I have just been notified that our town is having a winter
carnival. I think this would be agreat way fo rthe library to strut its
stuff.. Any ideas on reading programs or crafts dealing with winter
would be very much appreciated. You can email me at TaraM@mail2tara.com
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From: Jeffrey Fisher <fisherje@oplin.lib.oh.us>
To: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children
Subject: Re: Kids turned-off reading
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:45:48 CST
Good points, Julie. Generalizations are what sexism, racism, etc., are
all about: negatively stereotyping a group of individuals with false
generalizations so as to exclude and oppress them.
As to "cookie cutter" programs like Accelerated Reading, these are
often
an invitation to intellectual laziness on the part of those endeavoring to
educate. When in doubt it's always better to think for one's self and the
solutions will come.
Just my opinion, not necessarily that of my library.
Jeff Fisher
Reference Librarian
Portage County District Library
Garrettsville, OH
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From: "j. frey" <janlists@hotmail.com>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: homework help centers
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I've been asked to do some research about starting a homework help center at
our library.
It's been suggested that we use high school students as tutors, but I'm a
little concerned that many of these students are already so busy after
school that they won't have time to stick to a tutoring schedule.
So do any of you have homework help centers at your libraries? What has
worked best? What's been disasterous? Is your center an informal one
where
students can drop by, or do you require registration forms in advance?
I'm pretty much starting from scratch with this, so any information
whatsoever will be helpful.
Thanks!
Janet Frey
Children's Librarian
Euless Public Library
Euless, TX
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From: "Lori Osmon" <loriosmon@hotmail.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Ideas needed for summer reading that would focus on 100 years
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Hello collective minds!
I am searching for any ideas or themes I could use for this coming summer
reading club at my library for children. Starting next month our Carnegie
Public Library will be celebrating it's 100th year. I would like to really
promote this through our summer reading, but I am really needing some catchy
ideas, themes, and slogans that would get children excited and interested.
If you have celebrated 100 years I would love to read about what programs,
decorations, and such. Please respond to me at loriosmon@hotmail.com
or fax
info to 812-254-4585.
Thank You,
Lori Osmon
Youth Librarian
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From: "Heather Grady" <hgrady@acpl.lib.in.us>
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Wrapping Paper, Western Vests, Hats...
There's a good book called "What Can You Do With a Paper Bag" that has
=
good ideas. There are several other titles too.
Heather Grady
Allen County Public Library
Shawnee Branch
Fort Wayne, IN
>>> xyjones3@yahoo.com 01/10/03
11:24AM >>>
Hi all,
I'm looking for craft ideas to use with full size
brown paper grocery bags? Does anyone have any
suggestion? I bought them in the first place to make
'backpacks,' but now I have a lot left over.
Please e-mail me at xyjones3@yahoo.com=20
Thanks in advance,
Christy Jones
Children's Librarian
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From: Bonita Kale <Bonita.Kale@euclidlibrary.org>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: liking to read
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:46:31 CST
Rebecca Verrill Smith writes:
Their teachers often send them to the library to
get a "chapter book" and yet some of kids get
upset because what they *really* want to take out
is the latest book on dinosaurs. Sure, they may
look at the pictures a lot and end up doing less
reading, but my instinct is to give them the
books they are really excited about.
Good instincts there! So often, I wish we could just give the younger
children what they want, instead of what they have to get. It kills me
to hunt for a thin book on Harriet Tubman or George Washington, when
the kid would rather a fat book on military aircraft.
Bonita
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From: "Monica Anderson" <m.anderson@vlc.lib.mi.us>
To: PUBYAC@prairienet.org
Subject: Recommended Authors
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:46:38 CST
Hello!
I've received numerous responses to my request for a good author to
bring in for our annual library program for 4th-5th graders. As
promised, here is the compilation:
Avi
Christopher Paul Curtis (2)
Jack Gantos
Dan Gutman (2)
Jeanette Ingold
Peg Kehret
J. Patrick Lewis
Lynn McElfresh
Lensey Namioka
Johnathan Rand
Elaine Scott
Diane Stanley
Nikki Tate
Thanks to everyone who took the time to respond!
Monica Anderson
Youth Services Librarian
Grace A. Dow Memorial Library
Midland Michigan
m.anderson@vlc.lib.mi.us
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From: Cassie Wilson <cwilson2@woh.rr.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Kids turned-off reading
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I tend to agree about tv viewing, but I'm always reminded by my husband
that he and his little brother watched tv like idiots 40 years ago
(especially war movies) and both came out pacifist valedictorians of
their graduating classes (Unfortunately, the brother also became a
Republican, so I can't recommend tv watching too heartily.). Actually,
it was a real relief for their mother to have them sitting inside so she
could know where they were because once they and their little friends in
the neighborhood decided to hang Bill's brother and actually had done so
when someone's older brother rushed out and rescued him. I guess they
knew ahead about the Republican thing.
They are both great readers.
Cassie Wilson
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From: Pat Smith <pasmith315@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Paper Bags
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:47:01 CST
Christy,
I used them to make Native American vests with my students when I taught
third grade. You cut up the seam in the back for the opening. Continue to
cut out a round area for the head. Then cut out arm holes onn each side.
They can shorten the bottom and fringe. They can then decorate with various
signs and symbols.
Pat
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From: Caroline Carroll <ccarroll@jefferson.lib.co.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: cute idea for displaying board books?
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Dear Pubyakers:
Does anyone have a fun idea for displaying our copious collection of board
books? We have used baskets up until now, but are ready for something
different. The three criteria are: durability, accessibility for toddlers,
and safety.
Thanks,
Caroline Carroll
Patron Services, Children's
Columbine Library
Jefferson County Public Library
7706 W. Bowles Ave.
Littleton, CO 80123
Phone (303) 932-2690
Fax: (303) 932-3041
ccarroll@jefferson.lib.co.us
Find us on the Web: http://jefferson.lib.co.us
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From: TEACHINGTALES@aol.com
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Subject: Re: wilderness survival program
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:47:19 CST
Dear Jennifer and all,
I would like to hear suggestions as well. The other day I came up with an
idea for a storytelling program along the same lines. Many thanks.
blessings,
Karen Chace
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From: Hegquist <dhegquis@suffolk.lib.ny.us>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: "Imagination" Compilation
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:47:31 CST
Hi everyone,
A short time ago, there was an interest in the theme
"Imagination", where a compilation was made of books, crafts, etc.
I
saved it, but somehow it got deleted by mistake. I would love to receive
it again from whoever posted the list initially or anyone who saved it and
kept it on file. I am so disappointed because it would have been
excellent to peruse for the New York State Summer Reading Program theme,
"Picture This...Imagine That!" If anyone can pass it back on to
me, I
would greatly appreciate it. Thanks in advance.
--Dana Hegquist, Southold Public Library, Long Island, NY
===========================================================
I've learned my lesson about giving men the milk for free and then
expecting them to buy the cow.
~~~
Dana Hegquist
Children's Librarian
dhegquis@suffolk.lib.ny.us
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From: "RoseMary Honnold" <honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:47:40 CST
Brown Bag Ideas from Many Cultures
by Irene Tejada has some interesting projects.
RoseMary Honnold
Coshocton Public Library
655 Main ST
Coshocton, OH 43812
740-622-0956
honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us
101+ Teen Programs That Work
http://www.neal-schuman.com/db/6/296.html
See YA Around: a Web site for librarians who work with teens
http://www.cplrmh.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Christy Jones" <xyjones3@yahoo.com>
To: <Pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Friday, January 10, 2003 11:24 AM
Subject: Paper Bags
> Hi all,
>
> I'm looking for craft ideas to use with full size
> brown paper grocery bags? Does anyone have any
> suggestion? I bought them in the first place to make
> 'backpacks,' but now I have a lot left over.
>
> Please e-mail me at xyjones3@yahoo.com
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Christy Jones
> Children's Librarian
>
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From: "RoseMary Honnold" <honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: adult programming listserv
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:47:49 CST
SeniorLib@topica.com and SeniorServ@ala.org
are two specifically geared
towards programming and services for senior adults.
RoseMary Honnold
Coshocton Public Library
655 Main ST
Coshocton, OH 43812
740-622-0956
honnolro@oplin.lib.oh.us
101+ Teen Programs That Work
http://www.neal-schuman.com/db/6/296.html
See YA Around: a Web site for librarians who work with teens
http://www.cplrmh.com
----- Original Message -----
From: "Lori Fritz" <lfritz@mail.ci.lubbock.tx.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Sent: Friday, January 10, 2003 11:24 AM
Subject: adult programming listserv
> Pubyackers -
>
> Are there any discussion lists out there dedicated to discussing adult
> programming? Something similar to what we do here, but for an adult
> audience. Any suggestions will be greatly appreciated. I will
compile
> and post whatever I receive.
>
> Thanks,
>
> Lori H. Fritz
> Branch Manager
> Groves Branch Library
> Lubbock, TX
> (806)767-3733
> lfritz@mail.ci.lubbock.tx.us
>
>
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From: Julie Ann Rines <jrines@ocln.org>
To: pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: school summer reading lists
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:48:03 CST
Hello all,
Does anyone have public school summer reading lists that they like?
I'm
not being flip, the city is in the process or revamping the summer reading
lists and I would like suggestions or examples of well arranged lists to
bring to a meeting between the public library and the school department. I
am very grateful that they include us in the work on these lists since we
are the ones that mostly end up supplying the materials but I wish we
could come up with a way to loosen up the parents. For the past five years
the lists have been labeled as Suggested Summer Reading but we still have
parents who start with page 1 title 1 and run down the list. Personally, I
think the length of the lists has gotten out of hand 20-26 pages each
covering 2 grade levels.
On the bright side 6,000 children each reading 6 books from June -
August does wonderful things for our circulation figures. I just wish they
could all enjoy what they are reading.
Julie Rines
jrines@ocln.org
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From: "Sally Warburton" <swarburton@pulaskicounty.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Juvenile Library Cards
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:48:12 CST
We are in the midst of redesigning our application for library cards. The
question has come up of requiring a parent's/guardian's signature on the
form for a juvenile to get a library card. The Children's Department wants
to do away with this requirement so juveniles can get a library card even if
their parents are not with them. Others feel that we need parents'
signatures to inform parents that their children are getting a library card
and to make the parents responsible for lost material. But, aren't parents
responsible for their children with or without a signature?
This issue also addresses the juvenile's right to access materials and the
privacy issues.
Have any other libraries considered these topics? What sort of arguements
were presented? Any ideas from you as Juvenile Librarians?
Sally Warburton
Pulaski County Library
swarburton@pc-va.org
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From: Christine Dalgetty <dalgettyc@bpl.on.ca>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Fw: Cd listening posts
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:48:20 CST
Hi there
I am still trying to track down some options for listening centres in our
proposed expanded YA area. I'm wondering if any libraries have had
experience with the devices manufactured by telescan, similar to what
Borders/Chapters etc. have for customers to preview their cds. The units I
am looking at are the Solo listening posts where one person would listening
to a previously loaded CD. If you have these devices or know of libraries
that do please email me. I will share info if or when I receive it to
those
interested.
Thanks!
Christine Dalgetty
Youth Services
Burlington Public Library
2331 New Street
Burlington, ON, CANADA
L7R 1J4
(905)639-3611 x 132
Christine Dalgetty
Youth Services
Burlington Public Library
2331 New Street
Burlington, ON
L7R 1J4
(905)639-3611 x 132
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From: "Steven Engelfried" <sengelfried@ci.beaverton.or.us>
To: "PUBYAC: PUBlic librarians serving Young Adults and Children"
Subject: Mock Caldecott results
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The Oregon Library Association's Mock-Caldecott program was held on =
Saturday, January 11th. The 50 people in attendance selected the =
following titles: Medal book: "When Marian
Sang," written by Pam =
Munoz Ryan and illustrated by Brian Selznick. Honor books:
"Duck on a =
Bike" by David Shannon; "I Stink" by Kate and Jim McMullan;
"The =
Spider and the Fly," written by Mary Howitt and illustrated by Tony =
DiTerlizzi; and "Madlenka's Dog" by Peter Sis. The event
was sponsored =
by the Children's Services Division of the Oregon Library Association.
Steven Engelfried, Children's Division Librarian
Beaverton City Library
12375 SW 5th Street
Beaverton, OR 97005
503-526-2599 sengelfried@ci.beaverton.or.us
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From: "Megan Vanderhart" <VanDerME@ri.lincon.org>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Re: Paper Bags
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We had great fun making the Dinosaur Feet found in "Crafts for Kids who =
are Wild about Dinosaurs" by Kathy Ross!=20
Best,
Megan
Megan E. VanderHart
Children's Room/Homeschool Resource Center
Rock Island Public Library
401 19th St.
Rock Island, IL 61201
(309)732-7304
VanderME@ri.lincon.org
www.rbls.lib.il.us/rip/crhome.html
>>> xyjones3@yahoo.com 01/10/03
10:24AM >>>
Hi all,
I'm looking for craft ideas to use with full size
brown paper grocery bags? Does anyone have any
suggestion? I bought them in the first place to make
'backpacks,' but now I have a lot left over.
Please e-mail me at xyjones3@yahoo.com=20
Thanks in advance,
Christy Jones
Children's Librarian
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From: "Grace Slaughter" <gslaughter@bham.lib.al.us>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:48:44 CST
-Make a basket by cutting off the top third. Cut that top third at the
seam and fold in half long-ways. Fold edges again to the middle so that
the long wide strip is just as long but only one fourth as wide. This
is your handle. Now take the bottom of the bag and fold the cut-off
edges down a couple of times (making the rim). While you are folding
down the top edge, fold the handle into the rim as well. Staple for
extra security.
-Cut off bottom. Crumple up (roll and twist, whatever) and flatten out a
couple of times. Cut seam. You should have a large, flat
leather-looking sheet. Cut into a vaguely animal shape. Think
buffalo
or deer. Use to draw a pictograph story.
-Have not done but have been told that you can make Western gear from
the leather-paper, as well.
Good luck!
g
Christy Jones wrote:
> Hi all,
>
> I'm looking for craft ideas to use with full size
> brown paper grocery bags? Does anyone have any
> suggestion? I bought them in the first place to make
> 'backpacks,' but now I have a lot left over.
>
> Please e-mail me at xyjones3@yahoo.com
>
> Thanks in advance,
>
> Christy Jones
> Children's Librarian
>
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From: vida lashgari <vidalashgari@yahoo.com>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: state crafts
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:48:51 CST
The most fun I've had with a gold rush activity was when I got a small blow
up swimming pool, filled it with sand, water ,pennies and craft store
jewels, and had the children use pie plates with holes poked in them to pan
for gold and treasures. They stood in lines taking turns until everyone got
something. An outdoor summer activity!
"Bryce, Richard" <bryce@palsplus.org>
wrote:
Hello, all! This school year I have been doing a craft program for the kids
when they're off from school, Made in America. In April we will be "heading
out West" and I was looking for crafts to make that are indicative somehow
of these states. The ones I'm considering so far are:
California
Arizona
Oregon
Washington
Idaho
I was thinking about some kind of a gold rush activity for California but
didn't have any ideas. I'm also not sure I want to do a potato craft for
Idaho, though I'm open to all suggestions. Have you ever "made" a
cactus
(Arizona)?
The kids who attend are ages 5-12 and the programs are drop in. I average
between 25-30 kids at each program. Thanks so much.
Richard Bryce
Sr. Children's Librarian
West Milford Township Library
bryce@palsplus.org
973-728-2823
"All it takes is one good deed to change the world for good."- Rabbi
Menachem Schneerson
"So many things have made living and learning easier. But the real things
haven't changed. It is still best to be honest and truthful; to make the
most of what we have; to be happy with simple pleasures; and to be cheerful
and have courage when things go wrong."- Laura Ingalls Wilder
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From: "Ackerman, Marilyn" <M.Ackerman@BrooklynPublicLibrary.org>
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Mock Caldecott Recults - Brooklyn Public Library
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On the evening of January 7, a group of children's librarians from
Brooklyn Public Library and the New York City Department of Education
met to conduct a Mock Caldecott election.
THE BROOKLYN PUBLIC LIBRARY WINNERS ARE:
When Marian Sang, by Pam Munoz Ryan, illustrated by Brian Selznick
Duck on a Bike by David Shannon
Village that Vanished by Ann Grifalconi, illustrated by Kadir Nelson
I Stink! by Kate McMullan, illustrated by Jim Mc Mullan
Rap A Tap Tap: Here's to Bojangles - Think of That! by Leo and Diane
Dillon
The ballot count between our first and second choices was extremely
tight. Had we been a "real" Caledcott committee we would certainly
have
had to go to a second round. There was less than an eight vote difference
between the top two choices.
OTHER TITLES DISCUSSED:
The Pot That Juan Built, by Nancy Andrews-Goebel, illustrated by David
Diaz
Across a Dark and Wild Sea by Don Brown
Alphabet Under Construction by Denise Fleming
Action Jackson by Jan Greenberg and Sandra Jordan, illustrated by Robert
Andrew Parker
Talkin' About Bessie by Nikki Grimes, illustrated by E. B. Lewis
The Spider and the Fly by Mary Howett, illustrated by Tony TiTerlizzi
Fireboat: The Heroic Adventures of the John J. Harvey by Maira Kalman
Hondo and Fabian by Peter McCarty
Angelo by David Macaulay
The Three Questions by John J. Muth
John Coltrane's Giant Steps by Chris Raschka
Madlenka's Dog by Peter Sis
Pinocchio, the Boy by Lane Smith
Mrs. Biddlebox by Linda Smith, illustrated by Marla Frazee
This is the House that Jack Built by Simms Taback
Knick - Knack Paddywhack! by Paul Zelinsky
Note that Brooklyn-based illustrators--Brian Selznick and Leo and Diane
Dillon--made our list.
Marilyn Ackerman
Juvenile Materials Specialist
Office of Materials Selection
Brooklyn Public Library
Grand Army Plaza
Brooklyn, NY 11238
718.230.2033
Fax 718.230.2097
m.ackerman@brooklynpubliclibrary.org
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From: "Patricia Chaput" <pchaput@tpl.toronto.on.ca>
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Subject: Re: pop-up greeting cards
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Hi,
Creating 'Pop-up" cards or books is lots of fun. I've done this program =
several times. The age group is usually 7-12 yrs (it's easier to explain =
the concept to this age group). Based on books by Joan Irvine (i.e
How =
to make super pop ups) , I start with simple pop-ups, show them how to =
put it in a folded page; then graduate to put all the pop-up pages =
together to make a book or story.
I usually have a lot of clip art already cut out for them (or else the =
program will take forever). and I usually use folded construction paper =
as the 'Pop-up Book' title page
I try to emphasize to think of a story or theme when they creating a =
'pop-up book. Of course, pop-up cards are a lot simpler and loads of fun =
too.
The kids enjoy the program and get very involved. Hopefully you'll have a =
lot of helpers because no matter how many times you explain the "pop-up' =
there are always a few that will need individual attention.=20
And other peace of advice; be orgainized, it is very easy to get confused =
and buried in paper, waste paper, clip art etc. ( I usually have individual=
folders and instructions and samples for each pop-up)
Good luck
Patricia
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From: Kate Hastings <kborchers@worthingtonlibraries.org>
To: "'pubyac@prairienet.org'"
<pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: RE: Children as Storytellers--Booklist and suggestions
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:49:21 CST
Here is a list of books I recently used for a storytelling presentation.
There are many, many more. The publisher August House puts out fabulous
titles.
Also, I recently met Kevin Cordi (who recently hosted the Nation Youth
Storytelling Olympics) at the National Storytelling Festival in
Jonesborough, TN. He has a website
http://www.youthstorytelling.com/vaa/index.htm
that is a little difficult to
use, but he is a great resource if you contact him.
I hope this helps!
Kate Borchers Hastings
Worthington Libraries
802 High Street
Worthington, OH 43085
kborchers@worthingtonlibraries.org
Here is the booklist...
Tales for Children to tell or adults to use with children...
Baltuck, Naomi. Crazy Gibberish. (1993) Rhymes/songs/stories
for
transitions.
Hamilton, Martha. Children Tell Stories: A Teaching Guide. (1990)
Tips
for teaching storytelling.
Hamilton, Martha. How and Why Stories. (1999) World tales kids
can read
and tell.
Hamilton, Martha. Noodlehead Stories. (2000) Funny stories
kids can read
and tell.
Hamilton, Martha. Stories in My Pocket. (1996) Short stories kids
can
tell.
Hamilton, Martha. Through the Grapevine. (2001) World tales
kids can read
and tell.
Kinghorn, Harriet. Every Child a Storyteller. (1991) Ideas for
kids and
teachers.
MacDonald, Margaret Read. Shake-It-Up Tales. (2000) Stories to
sing, drum
and act out.
National Storytelling Association. Tales as Tools. (1994)
Using
storytelling in the classroom.
Norfolk, Bobby and Sherry. Moral of the Story: Folktales for Character
Development. (1999)
Great to go along with PCC list. Good discussion guides, too.
Pinkney, Jerry. Aesop's Fables. (2000) Short fables with nice
illustrations.
Seeger, Pete. Pete Seeger's Storytelling Book. (2000) Ideas for
incorporating music.
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From: OdonLibrarian@aol.com
To: pubyac@prairienet.org
Subject: Re: Kids turned-off reading
Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 12:49:28 CST
I do agree that it's important for librarians to have some familiarity with
documented negative effects of excessive television exposure on children and
to promote alternatives. Thanks for letting us know about this book.
I
just
hope we don't throw the proverbial baby out with the bathwater.
Television in moderation and with thoughtful guidance in viewing choices can
actually stimulate imaginative play as well as promote libraries and
reading.
When I discovered my three young children "mountain climbing"
one day up
the
stairway in our home, connected by a long jumprope looped around their
waists, I could only assume they were imitating an activity they had seen on
television, since mountain climbing is not a common activity in Indiana even
in the imaginative play of children nor a common topic in children's
literature.*
Anecdotal evidence is certainly no substitute for solid scientific research,
but I think it helps us put research results into perspective, particularly
since the study of human behavior has fewer absolutes than other branches of
science.
Marsha
* For those less familiar with midwestern U.S. geography, Indiana is part of
the "corn belt" and much better known for its flat, fertile farmland
than
its
hills, very few of which could be mistaken for even the foothills of a
mountain range. (I say "very few" rather than "none"
in acknowledgement of
the beautiful hill country in the extreme southeast part of the state.)
In a message dated 1/10/2003 11:36:02 AM US Eastern Standard Time,
ibanitt@chartermi.net writes:
> In response to Marsha's email--
>
> I'm a member of the Captain Kangaroo generation as well. And, yes, I,
too,
> as a parent take advantage of TV as babysitter *sometimes.* And, no, I
> don't feel at all guilty about it. We live in a small, relatively
> homogeneous, remote city so I am grateful that there are television
> programs that expose my children to other parts of the country and the
> world. *But* I have also taken steps to limit my children's TV
viewing
and
> screen time and I have to say that I am enormously pleased with the
> results. Even an hour of "worthwhile" TV viewing can leave
my kids
> crankier and prone to fighting. They turn off the TV and complain
mightily
> of "nothing to do." But in the past few weeks since
implementing this
> change, I have noticed much fewer fights, more imaginative play . . . Winn
> uses anecdotal evidence similar to what I observed in my own children but
> she also uses scientific studies as well. She talks about the
physical
> effects of TV watching--altered brain wave pattern, change in metabolic
> rate. She also stresses that young children learn through PLAY and
they
> tend to lose this ability to play through too much TV watching.
>
> As I said in my earlier email, I do not have her book at hand any more so
I
> cannot do her arguments justice. But, agree with her or not, it is an
> important book for parents and all those who work with children to be
aware
> of. I wrote initially to let listmembers know about her book in case
they
> were not aware of it.
>
>
> On another note--AR has *not* been implemented in our public schools and
> after reading all the comments about it I am extremely happy about
> that! If anyone ever tries to start the program, I'll have quite a
few
> arguments to raise against it.
>
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From: "Bart Pisapia" <PisapiaB@mail.co.leon.fl.us>
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Aren't we looking for balance? Choosing all male authors with all male =
protagonists isn't necessarily interesting to girls and choosing all =
female authors with all female protagonists isn't necessarily interesting =
to boys. We need to be aware of that and choose to have a balance =
curriculum.
I worked for thirteen years in an elementary school
setting and can =
tell you that, the female teachers (30 out of 33 teachers), brought with =
them a more feminine view, style and atmosphere to their classrooms. I =
brought a more masculine view in my classroom. That's not wrong, it's =
just different. The important thing is to realize we do bring this =
feminine/masculine view with us and work to incorporate other tastes so we =
aren't "lopsided" in our curriculum.
I certainly believe there are general gender differences in regards
to =
learning. Aren't they more pronounced in the older grades? When I
was a =
teacher, I would say eight out of ten of my best students from year to =
year were girls. I taught in elementary school, remember. The Honor Roll =
seemed filled with girls too. It's an interesting topic.
Bart
Bart Pisapia
LeRoy Collins Leon County Library
Tallahassee, Florida
>>> Dawn.Sardes@euclidlibrary.org
01/08/03 04:53PM >>>
fast cars, danger. They aren't particularly interested in reading=20
stories
with high moralistic themes or long descriptions.
.......The books selected for classroom and school libraries are
mainly "girls" books.
.......So little boys have been fed a constant line of girl books
selected by women. They don't object; they just aren't interested.
.......You'll discover there are very few male role models.
I have to disagree. Much research has been done to substantiate the=20
fact that education caters to boys whle disenfranchising girls. The=20
boys get called on more often. Teachers do not wait the few extra=20
seconds it would take to allow a girl, with her more formidable=20
linguistic powers, to formulate an answer. Teacher throws out a=20
question, boys' hands go up, and they question has been answered within=20
seconds (usually incorrectly, so the teacher then provides the correct=20
answer.)
Tht's why there was such a hoopla a few years ago about the value to=20
girls of a single sex education.
When in school, I had to read Dickens (Male protagonists), Old Yeller,=20
Where the Red Fern Grows, My side of the Mountain, etc. I do not=20
remember ever--not once--reading a female based book. Truth be told, I=20
was a mediocre student because I hated these books (I'm not a dog=20
person either). As early as 2nd grade, I was reading Bronte, Austen,=20
Alcott, etc. I devoured books by women and about girls, but the=20
teachers told my parents I was behind in my reading and gave them a=20
list of books--all male authors and protagonists, of course. =20
As a teacher of middle school english, I was forced to teach the same=20
books, adding Hatchet and the Outsiders--again--all male because they=20
were in the curriculum.=20
UGH!!
Dawn Sardes
Teen Services Librarian
Euclid Public Library
Dawn.Sardes@euclidlibrary.org=20
216-261-5300, ext. 138
"Libraries allow children to ask questions about the world and find the=20
answers. And the wonderful thing is that once a child learns to use a
library, the doors to learning are always open."
-Laura Bush, First Lady, June 2002
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From: "jennifer friend" <jenfriend@hotmail.com>
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Thank you to all who responded in regard to how to catalog the movie "Small
Soldiers"! The great majority catalog it with the adult collection
due to
its PG-13 rating.
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From: Jeanette Larson <larsonlibrary@yahoo.com>
To: Pubyac <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper--Book Title
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 14:06:02 CST
We have a library customer looking for a book and
we're hoping someone recognizes it. We've checked the
standard sources but are either not using the right
search words or not recognizing it. Also, we've
racked our collective brains. This is the description
from the patron:
"I've got a strange question for you. When I was
about 7 (over 30+ years ago) I read a book about a boy
who wrote to different countries to send him a wild
animal and they did. After reading that book, I wrote
to lots of countries fully expecting to get a wild
animal but instead I got coloring books, pictures,
etc."
Please reply to me directly and I'll post the solution
if/when we get it. Thanks!
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From: "Susan Dailey" <obldailey@wellscolibrary.org>
To: "PUBYAC" <PUBYAC@prairienet.org>
Subject: Mock Caldecott results
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 14:06:09 CST
On Friday, January 10th, fifty public and school librarians from the
Indianapolis area held a Mock Caldecott workshop. The results were:
Winner: Dear Mrs. LaRue by Mark Teague
Honors: When Marian Sang by Pam Munoz Ryan, illustrated by Brian Selznick
Spider and the Fly by Mary Howitt, illustrated by Tony DiTerlizzi
Duck on a Bike by David Shannon
One Candle by Eve Bunting, illustrated by K. Wendy Popp
Epossumondas by Coleen Salley, illustrated by Janet Stevens
Just wanted to pass on the info,
Susan Dailey
librarian, speaker and author of A Storytime Year (www.susanmdailey.com)
Ossian Branch Library, Ossian, Indiana
260-622-4691
<mailto:obldailey@wellscolibrary.org>
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From: "Mary Voors" <Mvoors@acpl.lib.in.us>
To: <pubyac@prairienet.org>
Subject: Stumper: Dirty dishes in a pick-up truck
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Date: Mon, 13 Jan 2003 14:06:18 CST
We are searching for a children's book for a patron...
The story involves a man with dirty dishes. He didn't want to wash them, =
so he put them all in his pick-up truck. When it rained, the dishes got =
clean.
The patron says the book is probably about 30 years old; she's unsure =
whether it's a picture book or chapter book.
Any ideas? Help!
TIA
Mary
Mary R. Voors
mvoors@acpl.lib.in.us
Children's Services manager
Allen County Public Library
900 Webster
Fort Wayne, IN 46802
Check out the Children's Services homepage at: http://www.acpl.lib.in.us/Ch=
ildrens_Services/=20
Check out the Great Web Sites homepage at: http://www.ala.org/parentspage/g=
reatsites/amazing.html
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